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| Warm Ups |
Filed under Press Release,
on 10/14/2009 11:09:00 AM by Author: Officer Jermaine Thomas #3522.
Media Advisory
"Warm Ups"
DETAILS:
Between July 2008 and July 2009, more than 6,500 vehicles were stolen in San Jose, and each year, along with the arrival of the cold winter weather comes a marked increase in "warm up" vehicle thefts.
"Warm ups" typically occur when the owner starts the vehicle to warm the interior, and then leaves it running and unoccupied while he or she goes back inside the residence. When the owner returns, the vehicle is gone. In many cases, the vehicle is stolen right out of the owner's driveway. Locking the doors while leaving the engine running is often not effective as thieves simply break a window to gain entry and steal the vehicle. With the onset of winter weather, the San Jose Police Department strongly advises against leaving your vehicle unoccupied with the engine running.
Here are some other vehicle theft prevention tips:
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Whenever possible, park your car inside a locked garage or in a well-lighted area.
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When leaving your vehicle, close all windows, lock the doors and take the keys with you.
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Consider installing and anti-theft device or alarm system.
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Remove all valuables from the vehicle or place them out of sight of thieves
For most people, their vehicle is their second most valuable possession. Following a few simple precautions can help minimize the chances of losing your car, truck or SUV to a thief.
| BY: Ofc. Jermaine Thomas #3522 | AUTHORIZED BY: Ofc. Jermaine Thomas |
| DATE: 10-14-09 TIME: 11:30 AM | DATE: 10-14-09 TIME: 11:30 AM |
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